There are alumni and other individuals who give small, regular gifts – out of which big gifts grow. There are those who are in a position to make major gifts and who have demonstrated the generosity to do so. There are those who have shown their commitment through legacies and who therefore "live" with us today. We deeply value all these contributions and partnerships.
 
We have also receive funding and support from a variety of local and international institutions. In 2011 alone, over 450 corporations, trusts and foundations supported the University of Stellenbosch financially to the tune of R164,9 million.
 
We thank all our donors for their trust and foresight in investing in Stellenbosch University, enhancing our ability to make a difference. Together, we can join hands in fighting poverty, in promoting health, human dignity and democracy, in fostering peace and security, and in ensuring sustainable environments and competitive industries.
 
To read all donor reports since 2007 (the installation of Prof H. Russel Botman and the inception of what was to become the HOPE Project) choose a year on the timeline below: